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AXA XL · 13 hours ago

Underwriter II, Excess Casualty, Large Commercial

Walnut Creek, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $149K/yr

AXA XL is known for solving complex risks and is seeking an Underwriter II for their Large Commercial Excess Casualty business unit. The role involves delivering profitable underwriting services, reviewing submissions, advising clients on insurance matters, and managing relationships to ensure account retention.

ConsultingCustomer ServiceFinanceInsurance

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Reviewing submissions including applications, policy wording, inspection reports, loss runs, and financial reports while conducting appropriate research to determine degree of risk for each account

Underwriting business within the agreed business plan and individual authority. Calculating appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the sector, program structure, and general administration costs while ensuring profitability

Proactively advising, assisting, servicing, and following up with clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure satisfaction and fulfillment of their insurance requirements

Effective relationship management to initiate opportunities for cross-selling offered products and ensuring account retention

Controlling timely implementation of new and renewed accounts according to quality standards

Reviewing loss control reports and managing policy endorsement requests to process any necessary changes to the policy

Supporting the business planning and forecasting process; monitoring financial exposure within outlined limits; monitoring premium income to ensure it remains within set limits

Qualification

Underwriting experienceIndustry knowledgeAnalytical skillsSales/marketing skillsNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal savvyBusiness acumenTeam playerCreative problem solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent)

Moderate to extensive experience in the relevant class of business, possessing functional knowledge and skills reflective of a fully competent practitioner

Robust Industry Knowledge and Commercial/Business Acumen

Analytical, negotiation and sales/marketing skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service focus is a must

Interpersonal Savvy - Demonstrated ability to build and maintain robust insured and broker contacts

Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy, and planning

Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution